The Canon EOS R was Canon's first full-frame mirrorless camera, launching the EOS R system with a new RF mount offering improved optical performance and lens communication bandwidth. It features a 30.4MP full-frame sensor shared with the EOS 5D Mark IV and introduced the RF lens ecosystem for professional mirrorless photography. Firmware updates have added features including eye AF and improved continuous shooting.
Product released: September 5, 2018
Latest firmware version
Version 1.8.0, released June 9, 2021
Last checked for updates: Oct 31, 2026 15:47 UTC
What's new in version 1.8.0
Firmware Version 1.8.0 incorporates the following enhancements: 1. Improves color balance when the RF50mm F1.8 STM lens is attached to the EOS R camera. 2. Support has been added for the following lenses*: - RF70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM - RF100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM *With Firmware Version 1.7.0 and later. Firmware Version 1.8.0 is for cameras with firmware up to Version 1.7.0. If the camera's firmware is already Version 1.8.0, it is not necessary to update the firmware. Once the EOS R is updated to Firmware Version 1.8.0 (or later), it cannot be restored to a previous firmware version (Version 1.0.0 to 1.7.0). Q&A:
The Canon EOS R was Canon's first full-frame mirrorless camera, launching the EOS R system with a new RF mount offering improved optical performance and lens communication bandwidth. It features a 30.4MP full-frame sensor shared with the EOS 5D Mark IV and introduced the RF lens ecosystem for professional mirrorless photography. Firmware updates have added features including eye AF and improved continuous shooting. It was originally released on September 5, 2018.
What is the latest firmware version of Canon EOS R?
The latest firmware version of Canon EOS R is 1.8.0. It was released on June 9, 2021.
What changed in Canon EOS R firmware version 1.8.0?
Canon EOS R firmware version 1.8.0 includes the following changes: Firmware Version 1.8.0 incorporates the following enhancements: 1. Improves color balance when the RF50mm F1.8 STM lens is attached to the EOS R camera. 2. Support has been added for the following lenses*: - RF70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM - RF100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM *With Firmware Version 1.7.0 and later. Firmware Version 1.8.0 is for cameras with firmware up to Version 1.7.0. If the camera's firmware is already Version 1.8.0, it is not necessary to update the firmware. Once the EOS R is update...
Where can I download the latest Canon EOS R firmware?
Details and download instructions for the latest Canon EOS R firmware (version 1.8.0) are on Canon's official release page: https://www.canon.co.uk/support/consumer/products/cameras/eos-r/eos-r.html?type=firmware